Schedule Your Massage: Massage is one of the oldest and simplest ways to reduce stress, ease pain and anxiety and promote good health. LifeBalance is proud to partner with a large number of licensed massage practitioners offering a wide variety of services, so treat yourself today... you deserve it.
For a complete listing of LifeBalance Providers that practice the healing arts, visit the LifeBalance Massage / Spa / Relaxation page.
Yoga Transformation: Considering it's thousands of years old, it might seem silly to say that yoga has come a long way in recent years. But as mind/body exercise continues to take hold, the practice of yoga has moved from the alternative to the mainstream. Today's hectic lifestyles have left many of us wondering how to manage stress. While regular aerobic exercise and strength training help, they aren’t the complete answer. Some believe yoga is the piece you need to complete the puzzle of keeping both the body and the mind fit. Yoga is an ancient practice that can help you deal with the stress of modern life. And, more and more people are discovering the benefits of yoga. In fact, it has been reported that more than six million Americans are now practicing some form of yoga. Yoga, which means to yoke or unite, is the practice of uniting all aspects of a person - body, mind and spirit through physical postures, breathing exercises and meditation. Flexibility, strength and muscle tone improve quickly as the mind and body work together in harmony and unison. Choose Your Yoga. There are several different varieties of yoga, each with its own unique focus. Hatha yoga, the most widely practiced form, emphasizes concentration and consists of gentle stretching and strengthening exercises. Pranayama yoga uses breathing exercises and control to enhance vitality and energy. Mantra yoga uses the concentrated repetition of a word or phrase to aid in the control of the mind. Ashtanga or power yoga involves a series of very intense yoga postures done in succession that are very vigorous and can help develop strength as well as flexibility. A Time To Relax. For some, yoga is a primary means of relaxation. Regardless of which type you choose, yoga is an excellent way to stretch and strengthen the body, focus the mind and relax the spirit. Easing Into It. The best way to get started in yoga is to find a class that appeals to you. Find out where and what kind of yoga classes are being held in your area and stop by to see how you like it. Yoga is a great way not only to relax, but also to improve your performance in other activities. Once you have learned a few yoga moves and breathing techniques, they can easily be integrated into your regular fitness routine. So don't let any preconceived notions of yoga keep you from enjoying the benefits of this dynamic mind/body exercise. (24-Hour Fitness)
For a complete listing of LifeBalance Providers that offer Yoga, visit the LifeBalance Yoga / Pilates page.
Think Portion Control: Super-sized fries, 16-oz lattes, 64-oz sodas… It's no coincidence that just as Americans are growing larger so is the size of their meals and snacks. The foods we buy today are often two or three times, even five times, larger than when they were first introduced into the marketplace. And, meals and packaged foods aren’t the only things that have ballooned. American waistlines have expanded and everything from seats to Queen-sized mattresses are being adjusted to fit America's widening girth. Using five basic food guidelines, here is a way for portion control to get and stay slim without deprivation. 1.) Mind your mouthfuls. Instead of worrying about the amount of carbs or fat a certain meal contains, focus on the amount you consume. A simple way to do this is to make visual comparisons. Think of a deck of cards as a three-ounce serving and a cup of rice or pasta should be about the size of a baseball. If the piece of salmon you grilled for dinner is the size of three card decks, you've met your meat quotient for the day. 2.) Add first, then subtract. First step, fill your plate with as many portions of fresh, leafy greens and fruits as you want. Do the research and dig up some healthy recipes made with apples, apricots, plums, tomatoes, carrots, peppers, you name it. 3.) Negotiate your cut backs. Then, decrease your portions of junk food so you're eating fewer high-calorie foods like chips, sodas, chocolate and fried foods. And you don't have to eliminate your favorite foods, just learn portion control. 4.) Pack in protein. Protein is not only good for you, it makes you feel full. Make sure protein is included in your daily breakfast. Try slipping some yogurt, an egg, low-fat dairy, or fish into every meal. 5.) Forget white flour. When you eat white flour products, your body gets nothing but empty calories because the fiber, vitamins and minerals have been stripped away. Read the label to ensure that your bread is made with 100% whole wheat or whole grain. (Prevention.com)
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Join Any Curves Nationwide with No Joining Fee: Curves International is offering a three month corporate savings through LifeBalance. LifeBalance members can enroll in a 12-month membership at a Curves facility within the 90-day enrollment period scheduled from October 1 through December 31, 2006 and save up to $149.
Curves is offering LifeBalance members a corporate account membership plan at participating Curves locations that do not require a service fee. Individual members will only be responsible for the monthly dues during a 12-month check draft throughout the term of their membership. Monthly fees vary depending upon the location area of the particular Curves facility.
For more information visit the LifeBalance / Curves Page.
 Mt. Hood Meadows 10 Time Passes are Back: The LifeBalance Program is proud to offer LifeBalance members, friends and family this 10 Time Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Pass for only $295! (a $500 value) The Pass is good ANYTIME during the 2006-2007 season. This is a limited time offer. You must purchase and fax in your waiver form by October 31, 2006, so act now!
For more information, visit the LifeBalance Ticket Window for Mt. Hood Meadows.
Find your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR): Estimate your BMR, which is a measurement of the number of calories your body requires on a daily basis. The LifeBalance BMR Calculator provides a quick figure as well as caloric suggestions for healthy weight loss.
The LifeBalance Wellness Window offers members streamlined access to all things wellness related, including fitness and health club listings, personal coaches, massage practitioners, yoga and Pilates classes and more.
“You can’t depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.” – Mark Twain.
Change of Perspective: Is your mind having its way with you at the office lately? Your thoughts are becoming a bit harsh, challenging your self worth and criticizing everything you do. You are fully aware that what your mind is saying is not true, but it’s like receiving messages through a stereo that has a defective volume control button. You can’t turn down the racket. If this sounds like you then look for a change of perspective. Try visiting the LifeBalance Wellness Window for a whole new view. (Brought to you by Jason
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All about the brain… Albert Einstein's brain weighed only 1230 grams as opposed to the average for adult males of 1400 grams. The heaviest human brain ever recorded, was 5 lbs. 1.1 oz. A dolphin's brain is structured so that only half sleeps at a time, allowing the alert half to maintain its breathing, and keep it surfacing for air. The largest brain of a living creature belongs to the sperm whale, whose intellectual center weighs a whopping 19.8 lbs. The stegosaurus dinosaur, which could reach lengths of 30', had a brain the size of a walnut. The longest living cells in the body are brain cells, which can last a lifetime. A human brain comprises only 2% of the body, yet it uses 20% of the oxygen and blood.
See and Feel It: Every now and then you have glimpses of the fulfilled and joyful person you can become. Every now and then you have glimpses of how astonishingly rich and abundant life can be. Imagine what would happen if those glimpses came to you more often. Imagine what would happen if you transformed them into solid, persistent visions. By taking those small glimpses, by nurturing and focusing on them, you can begin to see them more clearly and more often. The more vividly you see in your mind how great life can be, the more your life begins to look like those visions. The more often you see something in your mind's eye, the more quickly you'll reach it. The more intensely you see it, the more surely and completely you will attain it. The next time you catch a glimpse of how great life can be, choose to hold on to it until it grows into a vision that cannot escape you. Fill your mind with images of the best that life has to offer. Fill your mind with positive images and people. And soon your life will be filled with positive results. (Global
Fitness)
Appropriate Communication: Do you use instant messaging and email at work? These can be important tools for communicating efficiently in the workplace. Make sure as you use them that the information you are communicating is appropriate for your workplace. Messages sent to the wrong person can create uncomfortable situations. Remember, if you wouldn’t want everyone in your company to see it, you probably shouldn’t be sending it or viewing it at work. (Brought to you by Xenium
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